Medical Assistant
About The Position
OHC - Specialists in Cancer and Blood disorders, is seeking a medical assistant to join our team at our Fairfield practice. As the only independent adult cancer program in the region, we offer Medical, Radiation, Blood and Marrow Transplant, Gynecologic, and Breast Surgical Oncology services. OHC supports a robust cancer research and clinical trials program, neuro-oncology, cancer genetics specialists and supportive care program. Our medical assistants play an important role by assisting our team of providers, and by offering kind, compassionate care to our patients. OHC has been fighting cancer on the front lines for more than 40 years. We are now one of the nation's largest independent oncology practices, as well as the region's premier source of treatment for nearly every form of adult cancer and complex blood disorder. At its heart, our approach to cancer care is simple - to surround our patients with everything they need so they can focus on what matters most: beating cancer! Why choose OHC? You take care of our patients, so we take care of you. OHC's benefits include:
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
- This is an entry level position requiring 0-3 years' experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
- Current BCLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
- Some state regulations may require specific certifications in order to work as a Medical Assistant.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
Responsibilities
- Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment room as appropriate.
- Records patient data prior to each physician visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.
- Obtains all necessary patient records as required by physician prior to treatment or procedures.
- Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed.
- Assists physicians with exams and procedures as requested.
- Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as delegated by RN or physician.
- Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols.
- Answers patient telephone calls for referral to physician or nurse/pharmacist.
- Phones in prescriptions and makes other patient calls as directed by physicians and RN.
- Informs physician of patient reschedules and no shows.
- Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing faxing, chart preparation, reception, etc., as requested by supervisor or physician.
Benefits
- Health Insurance Plans
- Dental and Vision insurance plans
- A company matched 401K plan
- Profit sharing plan for clinical employees
- Competitive salaries
- Company paid short term / long term disability / life insurance
- Paid Holidays
- A generous PTO plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Program
- Nationwide Discounts at your favorite hotels, resorts and retailers just for being an OHC employee
- Wellness Program
- Yearly merit raises
- Opportunities for advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
